All Broadcast Magazine articles – Page 15
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FeaturesVirtual production in the spotlight
Experts on virtual production discuss the benefits of the technology, the essential kit needed to get the most out it, and the impact of the recent layoffs at Unreal Engine maker Epic Games
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FeaturesSTV Studios’ David Mortimer: Greenbird, growth and great ambition
The STV managing director discusses the acquisition of Greenbird and his ambition to build the UK’s largest nations and regions group
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FeaturesDan Korn: Keeping ahead of the pack in true crime documentary
Crime+Investigation’s vice-president of programming discusses the innovations helping content stand out in a crowded genre
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FeaturesStudios look to brighter days in 2024
After weathering a perfect storm of US strikes and a slowdown in commissioning, UK studios are cautiously optimistic about the coming year
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FeaturesThe Crown: The royal saga that ruled the airwaves
Left Bank execs reflect on the landmark royal drama, while Netflix UK’s Anne Mensah reveals the potential successors to its throne
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CommentDanny Brocklehurst: ‘Real life’ drama should always be rooted in truth
Writers getting a little creative with the facts is one thing, but we don’t want Arthur Scargill on a motorbike
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CommentScott Bryan: The industry should follow these new year resolutions
Let’s do away with the pointless rebrandings, invasive personalised ads and meaningless figures and support our staff
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CommentBBC’s future up for grabs, even as good sense prevails with chair
Samir Shah breaks the mould, but faces plenty of challenges as licence fee review kicks off in earnest
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CommentFear of backlash stifles open exchanges on Israel/Gaza
Fatima Salaria hands her column to an anonymous colleague to explore why discussing the Middle East is so challenging
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RatingsCooking proves immune to star power
While celebrity versions of hit formats often bring in bigger audiences, that is not always the case
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FeaturesWinning strategies for fan engagement
Top sports content makers reveal the thinking behind industry-leading campaigns that have engaged and entertained fans and athletes alike
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RatingsTop Boy goes out with a bang
The final outing of the Netflix series is the best since the drama’s debut run on Channel 4 in 2011
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RatingsC5 drama bequeaths decent numbers
The Inheritance is channel’s best launch since The Teacher, but C4’s Bake Off: The Professionals ends with a low
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RatingsReal-life dramas attract a big crowd
BBC1’s The Woman In The Wall and ITV1’s The Long Shadow both put in solid performances in September
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RatingsBB holds its own in reality face-off
ITV2’s Big Brother reboot wins tight race with E4’s Married At First Sight UK before fortunes reverse
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FeaturesHope Street: Providing opportunities for Northern Irish talent
Executives at Long Story TV reveal how the BBC1 drama has built a skills training platform & an outlet for local production talent to thrive
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CommentMike Darcey: Netflix is the clear winner of the streaming wars
While the US streamer’s strategy is paying off, rivals are in a sorry state and need to reassess their business models
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The Broadcast InterviewAmelia Brown: From runner to the top job at Fremantle
The Fremantle UK chief exec on taking on the top job after 20 years at Thames, mining its back catalogue and creating an inspiring workplace
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The Broadcast InterviewBig Zuu: Hitting the big time
The grime star and TV chef is bringing fresh flavour to the food-travel genre with 12 Dishes In 12 Hours for ITV1